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BENKYODO: THE LAST MANJU SHOP IN J-TOWN

Directed by Akira Boch, Tadashi Nakamura

Cast: Bob Okamura, Rick Okamura

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. We will release tickets if more become available. 

BENKYODO: THE LAST MANJU SHOP IN J-TOWN
Friday, May 12, 2023 @ 5PM – 9PM

Let’s gather for the world premiere of BENKYODO: THE LAST MANJU SHOP IN J-TOWN, a short documentary by Tadashi Nakamura, capturing the last 6 months of San Francisco Japantown’s first and last traditional Japanese American confectionery. Join us in celebrating the 115-year legacy of the beloved Benkyodo with the community in the heart of Japantown at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC)! Enjoy beautiful bites, beverages, and beats by JTown’s very own, alongside local artists and vendors.

5:00 PM Doors Open (food and drinks available for purchase)
6:00 PM Program Begins
6:30 PM Conversation with Cecilia Lei of The Chronicle & Fifth and Mission podcast

Closing Reception, Beats and Bites

Featuring inspired provisions and bevvies by
Brian Ishii, Yuji Ishikata, Ox & Tiger, Chato Tea, Alkali Rye

Art & Goodies:
Seesha Takagishi (Family Style), Jess Tse (Open Daily), Diana Tsuchida (Tessaku Project),  Eleana Hsu & Kevin Gondo (Shared Cultures), Andrew Kodama (Nosei), Kenny Okagaki (Chameleon Vintage), Janet Nagamine (Hikari Farms)

“Seats are not ticketed and are first come, first serve. Please prioritize seats for elders, older adults, community members with disabilities, and children. There will be bleacher seats for overflow and for those running late”.

Dates & Times

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Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Northern Califorinia (JCCCNC)

Fri, May 12
 5:00 pm